Mirren's prints to be enshrined in cement

BURBANK, Calif., March 24 (UPI) -- British actress Helen Mirren is to place her handprints and footprints in cement outside Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, organizers said.

The event is to take place Monday. Introducing Mirren will be comedian and actor Russell Brand, Mirren's friend and co-star in the upcoming romantic comedy, "Arthur," which is set for release April 8.

Mirren earned the Academy, Golden Globe, BAFTA and SAG awards for her performance in "The Queen." Her other film credits include "The Madness of King George," "Gosford Park," "The Last Station," "RED," "The Tempest," "State of Play," "Calendar Girls," "Teaching Mrs. Tingle," "Cal" and "Excalibur."

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